RIVER GAUGE · CHARITON RIVER
Chariton River at Rathbun Reservoir
Appanoose County, Iowa
Water level905.67 ft
Flow42 cfs
Last readingSep 16, 2026, 4:45 PM UTC (last recorded)
Minor flood926 ft
The past week
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Highest crests on record
| Date | Level | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 27, 1993 | 927.16 ft | — |
| May 16, 2002 | 910.39 ft | — |
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